A member asked:

Hello, a week ago i had chills, lg grade fever for 2 days. the next few days felt fine. 4 days ago woke up with sore throat, stuffy nose, lg fever, myalgia, and coughing up green phlegm. np thinks its still viral. covid/flu neg. time for antibiotics?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Not necessarily yet, you can take acetaminophen for sore throat and aching +/- cough syrup if needed. If fever gets higher, chest pain with deep inspiration or shortness of breath then antibiotic(s) may be required.

Answered 1/28/2023

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